Arranging plantation shutters on mismatched windows
jgreenwald
6 years ago
I am looking for advice on how to configure plantation shutters on 2 casement style windows each 51”x 54”. The problem is that they are broken down differently; 1 in thirds, the other in half. How many panels of shutters should I use? Should they line up with the mullions and would it look better for the shutters to match the window (the view is not the concern) or match each other. I do not have moulding and there are marble window sills with inset radiators beneath both. Should I add moulding or hang inset? If I have moulding where would it end due to the radiators underneath. The windows are on 2 different walls but in the same visual range. Thanks for any suggestions.
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Comments (16)I guess there's no law they have to fit the window vertically. That was rather ingenuous what you came up with. You probably have central air. I have to be able to keep the windows at least partially open in the summer, but your idea wouldn't necessarily preclude that. I just got my comeuppance. The shutters are sitting on the extra loveseat, I'll put them somewhere until I finish up my current projects and from the ideas I got just may be able to implement one of those. Stopped by a garage sale and they had the most beautiful antique oak bed and matching dresser for $250. Oh man was I tempted. There are antiques and there are antiques. This had a beautiful golden patina and was carved in a wheat pattern. I could make room for it, but enough is enough. Shame though. I won't soon forget that. Ended up telling her to try ebay with local pickup. Forgot she could try to sell it on consignment through an antique store. I don't know why antiques are going so cheap now, at least in my area, maybe there is a glut of them. I wouldn't try to sell really nice antiques at a garage sale though. You just can't have everything even if you have the money to pay for it at the moment. I will not forget that beautiful set for a long, long time. I never saw an oak one I liked as well as that except one piece I bought for my granddaughter when she was a baby, actually it was a little similar. My granddaughter's needs some TLC now, but nothing major. I did track one beautiful French set on ebay, white with beautiful flowers painted on it, exquisite details, many extra pieces. It went for over $4 thou, but I was guessing it would get about $6 thou. Those shutters are really pretty though, have the side pieces, too, not sure what they are for. Only thing I noticed once I got them out is they weren't painted too carefully. Dried drips. No biggie. They can be sanded off and touched up, I used to be more fussy about painting than I've gotten of late. Thanks for the suggestion. I told my granddaughter about them and she wants them lol. She just moved into an older (new to her) duplex yesterday so I don't think she can put them up there....See MorePleasing to the eye furniture arrangement or not?
Comments (35)Kudos, Zip, your room is very pretty. I think the blinds are fine. I'm less concerned than most about having the entire facade match, so I could happily do shutters in the LR and drapes in the DR or whatever room is on the other side of the foyer. But unless your money tree starts growing better than ours, I'd keep just the blinds. I'd not use sheers with your wainscoting as it is an important and wonderful architectural element that can stand alone without any gussying. Without the paneling, yes, I'd consider adding WTs. If you really must, look for period panels @ Burrows.com as they have lovely curtains. You could install them over the blinds, but doing so will lessen the simple drama that's working for you now. I really love Mythreedogs' WTs and often recommend them, but again adding WTs will totally change the room's dynamics, both in terms of visual impact and reducing the amount of natural light. If you, or some kindly GWer, can photoshop WTs, you'll be better able to decide. Right now you have such a strong but lovely statement with the wainscoting and art that I'd be very cautious about additional accessorizing unless you're willing to continue the layering a la chijim. That takes a very deft hand to avoid looking junky and cluttered. Either way when done well can be wonderful, but I find it much easier psychologically to live with (and keep clean) strong, simple lines. I think you have good eye for balance and have already constructed a beautiful room. You do have an opportunity to bring in more interest by filling those cabinet shelves with a few pieces of art pottery and books or whatever appeals to you. If you use glass, consider installing downlights or LED strips for a soft glow to highlight the interior. I know you have a thread going about accessorizing your coffee table, and you might want to add layers there, but it's fine not to. I like the way the empty top draws the eye to your window vignette. In my family room, my table is all glass so I have only two small votives on it so no one stumbles but "things" don't yell for attention. In my LR which gets great light streaming from the foyer or the LR windows depending on time of day, I have a simple arrangement of tall blown glass flowers on the glass table top. I think a lovely vase (crystal or a silver mint julep cup) of fresh flowers, dried hydrangeas or realistic faux red or white roses is all you need. But if you're envisioning a couple of silver framed photos, books and a "collection", that is another approach. Either way, I would add a couple of books with lighter colored leather bound covers or jackets to the trunk by the chair and maybe a light colored coaster so it looks inviting. Maybe an unobtrusive floor lamp for reading would be nice if you can snag a good deal. I'd also move the lamp by the window just a tad toward the middle so that the light passes through the base. Then depending on how much "stuff" you want to add, a tall tree like a small ficus with uplighting would look great behind the far chair, but it too is unnecessary. Like yaya said, relax and enjoy your great looking room!...See Moreplease vote on arrangement for dining room
Comments (33)The reason I can't have the bench next to the large window is because we have plantation shutters there and I won't be able to open the shutters if the bench is in front of it. We need enough clearance for the shutters to swing open. I suppose my problem is trying to fit a large dining table. We just have too many kids LOL :-D This room is actually quite flexible and I have seen it used in many different ways by different families in our neighborhood. (1) similar arrangement to mine -- except for those nice doors to the back yard (which we will put in). They change the supporting wall for a column which helps open up the space a lot. (2) smaller round dining table (this doesn't work for us because we need to sit at least 7 at dinner every night). They also have a sectional instead of 2 sofas. Also replace the large window w/ French door (on left, where the draperies are) (3) no dining area -- but they have another sitting group in front of fireplace. Keep the window & smaller door which we currently have (it's the same room but reverse) There is a sofa behind the console on the left -- same position as my leather sofa. To be honest, we've tried all the above arrangement! We had the 4 armchairs in front of the fireplace for a while (and I love this) but the kids missed the dining table for craft & homework. We also tried the sectional w/ the smaller dining table but since we have our niece & nephew move in, we need larger dining table & more sittings. I never like sectional anyway. :-) I suppose we just end up w/ what serve our current needs the best....See MoreWindow Treatment on Mismatched Windows??
Comments (3)Even though the windows are not the same size, you can still put the same product in both openings. There are a ton of options for windows like this. I would recommend sticking with a horizontal product that mounts inside the openings. If you like to tilt the window treatments, you will want to look at faux/wood blinds, plantation shutters, or some Silhouette/Nantucket privacy sheers....See More
jgreenwald
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6 years agojgreenwald
6 years ago
Mike
6 years agoUse the same number of panels as the number of windows. Line the stiles up with the mullions. Use an inside mount frame that is typically called a Z frame and do a sill cut on the bottom. This way the frame will sit on the marble sill and the sides and top will overlap the edges giving you a nice finished look.
You can get a free ebook that explains all about shutters at this blog post.
https://dressthatwindow.com/beauty-of-shutters/
another thing I would recommend is that you do what is called a split tilt. You will see that in this picture also. The tilt rod is made as 2 pieces so that you can open the top and bottom separately. This allows you to open the top for light and leave the bottom closed for privacy.
Don't get Hunter Douglas shutters unless you want to over pay. Get that ebook and read it to understand the different types of materials and what is best.
If you are somewhat handy you could easily install the shutters for these 2 windows yourself. If you are not handy, say yourself the frustration and have someone else do it. Good luck!
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